From the archive record
Street scenes in Aizawl, the capital of Mizoram, India, during the COVID-19 lockdown period in 2021. The footage shows largely deserted roads as movement restrictions were implemented to control the spread of the virus. Multi-story commercial and residential buildings are visible along the city's steep hillside terrain, a characteristic feature of Aizawl's urban landscape. A small number of residents and essential-service vehicles can be seen on otherwise quiet streets. Commercial signboards, including telecommunications and medical service advertisements, are visible on surrounding buildings. The video provides a record of daily life and urban conditions during the pandemic response in Mizoram.